by Kevin Burton When it was time, I knew it was time. I took firm control of matters, no hesitation. The technological advancements, the conveniences, the newly-allowed mobility, all these things and more brought me to the decision to scrap my flip phone and begin using my I-phone Thursday. In the end, …
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Plans Evaporate Into A Dose Of Real Life
by Kevin Burton One day at the Ohio State School for the Blind, my roommates and I put a sign on our door: “No houseparents allowed.” We were two fourth graders and a third grader, establishing boundaries, setting up rules. In due time the houseparent, Kitty Thomason, walked by and read our …
Leaving Comfort Zone, Finding True Love
by Kevin Burton When we started a beep baseball team in Wichita, my then girlfriend-now wife Jeannette was issued uniform number 5. Why? Glad you asked. It’s anniversary week with the Burtons. Ten years ago yesterday we tied the knot after five years of dating. I’ve talked about this from several angles, …
My Favorite Driver Brightens Work Days
by Kevin Burton Sometimes my commute to work is stress-free and extra-special on a Friday or a Monday. Most Page 7 readers know I am legally blind and do not drive. To get to and from work I use a subsidized ride service offered by the county where I live. Happy is …